This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
Bringing Creativity to Life Through Art
Art is an essential part of my classroom, giving students the freedom to express themselves, explore new ideas, and build confidence.
My students are incredibly creative, curious, and eager to learn. They come from diverse backgrounds and bring unique perspectives to our classroom, making every art project special.
The materials I’m requesting—oil pastels, chalk, watercolor paper, colorful tissue paper, and circle tracers—will provide hands-on learning experiences that encourage creativity and skill-building.
• Oil pastels and chalk will allow students to experiment with blending, shading, and texture, helping them develop fine motor skills.
• Watercolor paper will provide a sturdy surface for exploring painting techniques and color mixing.
• Colorful tissue paper will be used for layering and collaging, teaching them about transparency and composition.
• Circle tracers will help with precision, spatial awareness, and incorporating geometric elements into their artwork.
My goal for this project is to provide students with high-quality art materials that foster creativity, problem-solving, and self-expression. Art is not just about making something beautiful—it builds confidence, reduces stress, and enhances critical thinking skills.
Seeing my students’ excitement when they have access to new materials is truly rewarding. With these supplies, they will be able to bring their ideas to life, experiment fearlessly, and take pride in their creations. Your support will help nurture their artistic potential and create an inspiring learning environment where every student feels valued and capable.
Thank you for making a difference in their creative journey!
Nearly all students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
Mr. Pen- Circle Template, 2 pcs, Large and Small Size, Circle Stencil, Circle Ruler, Circle Templates for Drafting, Circle Template for Drawing, Circle Tracers for Drawing, Circle Tracer
• Amazon Business
$7.84
10
$78.40
Thompson Decorator Burlap Sheets, 9 x 12 Inches, Natural, Pack of 6
• School Specialty
$5.24
10
$52.40
Crayola Oil Pastels - Assorted Colors, Classpack of 336
• Blick Art Materials
$42.60
1
$42.60
uCreate Art1st Watercolor Paper 9 x 12 White 250 Sheets/Pack (P4930)
• Staples
Sakura Cray-Pas Junior Artist Oil Pastels, White, Pack of 12
• School Specialty
$3.22
6
$19.32
Jyongmer 6000Pcs Multicolor Tissue Paper Squares, 2 Inch Art Rainbow Tissue Paper for Arts Craft DIY Scrapbooking，Birthday Party Festival Tissue, Scrunch Art Project
• Amazon Business
$7.99
1
$7.99
Materials cost
$255.87
Vendor shipping charges
$17.12
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.84
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$306.83
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$54.15
Total project goal
$360.98
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$360.98
2 Donors
-$178.72
Donations toward project cost
-$154.91
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$23.81
Matching donations from our partners
-$178.73
Match offers toward project cost
-$151.92
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Kingsland and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
